Abbreviated Card Meanings
Major Arcana
0 The Fool
New beginning, risk taking, new direction, devil-may-care attitude
1 The Magician
Manifestation, mis-direction, use of all available resources
2 The High Priestess (The Popess)
Intuition, sub-conscious mind, spiritual direction, trust, signs
3 The Empress
Divine feminine, mother, fertility, nurturing, healing, compassion, acceptance
4 The Emperor (Aries)
Divine masculine, protection, control, action, leadership, courage
5 The Hierophant (The Pope) (Taurus)
Commitment, morality, tradition, ceremony, guidance, inflexibility
6 The Lovers (Gemini)
Balance, attraction, love, harmony, choice
7 The Chariot (Cancer)
Determination, focus, willpower, motivation, action, aggression
8 Strength (Leo)
Overcoming challenges, mastering emotion, courage, confidence, patience, compassion
9 The Hermit (Virgo)
Solitude, introspection, contemplation, self-reflection, enlightenment
10 The Wheel of Fortune
Destiny, luck, change, intention
11 Justice (Libra)
Karmic justice, legal matters, cause and effect, balance, truth, consequence
12 The Hanged Man
Inaction, trapped, dilemma, changing perspective, uncertainty
13 Death (Scorpio)
Transformation, release of control, inevitability, difficult or unexpected change
14 Temperance (Sagittarius)
Balance, peace, patience, moderation, calmness, contentment
15 The Devil (Capricorn)
Addiction, depression, patterned behavior, powerlessness, victimhood
16 The Tower
Upheaval, unexpected change, faulty foundation, false beliefs, unrealistic goals
17 The Star (Aquarius)
Hope, inspiration, contentment, motivation, freedom, connection
18 The Moon (Pisces)
Deception, lack of clarity, secrets, misunderstanding
19 The Sun
Happiness, positivity, optimism, freedom, joy, liberation, truth
20 Judgement
Self-awareness, forgiveness or blame, clarity, composure, decisiveness, resolution
21 The World
Completion, opportunity, accomplishment, achievement, celebration
Minor Arcana
Cups
Water/Emotion - Cancer Scorpio Pisces
Ace
New beginning in love or friendship, joy, socializing, celebration
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Two
Equality, balance, mutual attraction, romance
Three
Reunion, celebration, joy, upliftment
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Four
​Disappointment, regret, depression, boredom, self-absorption, rejection, yearning
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Five
Grief, sorrow, unwelcome change, heartbreak, loneliness, abandonment
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Six
Nostalgia, memories, children, simplicity, soul connection
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Seven
Choices, overwhelm, wishful thinking, fantasizing, need to make a decision
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Eight
Abandonment, escape, weariness, disillusionment, searching
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Nine
Wish fulfillment, happiness, triumph, recognition, self-esteem
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Ten
Reward, playfulness, creativity, homecoming, happily ever after
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Page
Good news, romantic potential, emotional immaturity, young-at-heart​
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Knight
Expressions of love, affection, proposals
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Queen
Compassion, sympathy, sensitivity, shyness, dreaminess, self-directed love
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King
Emotional maturity, kindness, wisdom, creativity, calming influence
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Wands
Fire/Action - Aries Leo Sagittarius
Ace
Passionate new beginning, inspired action, excitement, urgency
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Two
Crossroads, restlessness, detachment, departure, anticipation, waiting
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Three
Freedom, planning, expansion, bravery, self-confidence
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Four
Celebration, stability, success, community, achievement, marriage
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Five
Conflict, disagreement, struggle, embattlement, competition, frustration
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Six
Victory, achievement, celebrity, praise, leadership, confidence
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Seven
Protectiveness, defensiveness, challenge, determination, harassment, taking the high road
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Eight
Hastiness, action, freedom, solutions, communication, travel
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Nine
Battle weary, drained, persistent, guarded, wounded, strength of will
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Ten
Overwhelm, obligation, burn-out, drudgery, delay, resistance, end in sight
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Page
Bright ideas, new plans, optimism, extrovert, confidence, rushing
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Knight
​Fearlessness, plans in action, energetic, sexiness, excitement
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Queen
Independent, confident, outgoing, hot-tempered, funny, efficient
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King
Experience, charismatic, leadership, free thinking, charming, self-centered
Swords
Air/Intellect - Gemini Libra. Aquarius
​OneOO
New ideas, breakthroughs, truth, communication, focus/concentration, clarity
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Two
Stalemate, denial, blindness, blocking, painful choices, avoidance, fence-sitting
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Three
Pain, heartache, loss, hardship, betrayal, sadness, misunderstanding
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Four
Healing, rest, retreat, recuperation, faith, self-protection
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Five
Defeat, deception, abuse, disconnection, surrender, sabotage, bullying, aggression
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Six
Retreat, escape, running away, overcoming hardship, progress, calm after storm
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Seven
Deceit, lies, theft, scheming, manipulation, cunning, reclaiming power, adaptability
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Eight
Trapped, confined, persecuted, pressured, paralyzed, negative thinking
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Nine
Anxiety, catastrophizing, inability to cope, insomnia, unhappiness
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Ten
Defeat, backstabbing, exhaustion, breakdowns, enemies, unpleasant endings
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Page
New ideas or inspiration, planning, fairness, curiosity, education, truthfulness
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Knight
Directness, impatience, impulsiveness, single-mindedness, honesty, taking charge
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Queen
Realistic, protective, sharp-witted, candid, truthful, fair, unsentimental, short-tempered
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King
Self-discipline, authority, rational, logical, emotionless, loyal, stern, analytical
Pentacles (Coins)
Earth/Money/Practical Matters. - Taurus Virgo. Capricorn
​One
New prosperity, abundance, stability, goals, positive outlook
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Two
Balance, busy-ness, ups and downs, adaptability, resourcefulness, multi-tasking
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Three
Collaboration, learning, recognition, determination, dedication, quality, team work
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Four
Stubbornness, possessiveness, greed, lack of openness, control, frugality, withholding
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Five
Fear, hardship, alienation, disgrace, bad luck, outcast, financial loss
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Six
Generosity, kindness, sharing, support, charity, equal give-and-take, reciprocity
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Seven
Perseverance, patience, reward, cultivation, planning, taking stock, results, tools
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Eight
Hard work, toil, commitment, dedication, effort, experience, ambition
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Nine
Self-care, freedom, security, enjoyment, contentment, appreciation, gratitude
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Ten
Solid foundations, ancestry, legacy, values, marriage, stability, family
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Page
Learning, building for the future, dependability, opportunity, prospects
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Knight
Common sense, conscientious, slow-moving steady progress, loyalty, patience
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Queen
Prosperity, generosity, charm, welcoming, safe to confide in
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King
Groundedness, success, faithful, supportive, encouraging, enterprising